State v. Goode

MARTIN (Robert M.), Judge.

In his first argument, defendant contends that the court erred in failing to grant defendant a recess at the close of the State’s evidence. He contends the denial of his motion for recess deprived him of the effective assistance of counsel and of a fair trial. We disagree.

The record shows the following exchange occurred:

COURT: Will there be evidence for the defense?

MR. RATLIFF: Your Honor, we have motions first, and then we —

COURT: They are denied. Will there be evidence for the defense?

MR. RATLIFF: Your Honor, we ask for a short recess.

COURT: Sir.

MR. RATLIFF: We ask…